SWIFT/BIC code NWBKGB2115C
NWBKGB2115C belongs to National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NWBKGB2115C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NWBKGB21 |
| Branch code | 15C |
| Bank | National Westminster Bank PLC |
| Branch | Old Swan |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the National Westminster Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NWBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 15C Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT code NWBKGB2115C?
NWBKGB2115C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Old Swan, part of National Westminster Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NWBKGB2115C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NWBKGB2115C with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Westminster Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need NWBKGB2115C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NWBKGB2115C.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Westminster Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use NWBKGB21 instead of NWBKGB2115C?
NWBKGB21 is the head office of National Westminster Bank PLC, while NWBKGB2115C is Old Swan. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NWBKGB2115C if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.